Alabama Responsible Vendor Program (RVP)

The Alabama Responsible Vendor Program is a voluntary, state-run training and certification program for alcohol licensees. The program is administered by the Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Board and is designed to promote legal, responsible alcohol sales and service.

Licensees that participate in the program must train all employees who are involved in the management, sale, service, or dispensing of alcoholic beverages. Training typically covers Alabama alcohol laws, age verification, civil and criminal penalties, and practical techniques to reduce risk when serving alcohol.

Key Program Facts

• Program Type: Voluntary statewide program (may be required by some local jurisdictions or insurers).
• Administered By: Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board – Responsible Vendor Program.
• Who Is Trained: Servers, sellers, bartenders, managers, and any staff involved in alcohol sales or service.
• Typical Certificate Term: 3 years (confirm current requirements with your training provider or the ABC Board).
• Age 18–20 Servers: RVP-certified restaurants, hotels, and certain special retail licensees may employ 18–20-year-old servers in line with Alabama law.

RVP training must be completed through an Alabama ABC–approved Responsible Vendor course provider. Certivance does not currently offer Alabama RVP training.

For approved in-state training, one option is Professional Alcohol Seller’s Training (P.A.S.T.) , an Alabama ABC–approved Responsible Vendor provider.

To review official program details or download forms and the current list of approved providers, visit the Alabama Responsible Vendor Program page on the ABC Board website.